dǎ pēntì

sneeze

The Chinese word '打喷嚏' refers to the act of suddenly expelling air through the nose and mouth, often as a reflex action to clear irritants from the nasal passages. It is used in a similar context as in English, describing both the action itself and the sound produced during the action. In Chinese culture, there may also be expressions related to sneezing, often interpreted as a sign that someone is speaking about you.